Devotees Flock to Saleswaram Temple Amid Scenic Trekking Trails
Pilgrims from Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra undertake hours-long treks through hills, valleys, and waterfalls to witness the divine Linga at Saleswaram during the three-day annual festival starting from Chaitra Purnima.
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Karnataka Government Drafts Policy To Address Excessive Digital Use Among Students
Bengaluru, April 1 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Wednesday announced a draft policy aimed at promoting responsible digital use among students, addressing growing concerns over excessive screen time and its impact on mental health.
Ktaka womens cricketers in pay league now, to get 15k a month
Monkey keeps vigil through night by Bengaluru womans body in poignant farewell, refuses to leave
A touching scene unfolded in Rayara Doddi village. An 85-year-old woman, V Parvatamma, passed away. A monkey, known to be fed by her, stayed by her body through the night. It appeared to grieve, refusing to leave even as people gathered. The animal's unusual vigil continued until cremation preparations began. This heartwarming event was captured on video and shared widely.
Govt buildings in Bengaluru among biggest defaulters, owe Rs 473cr in service tax
Government buildings in Bengaluru owe a staggering Rs 472.7 crore in unpaid service tax, sparking outrage over selective tax enforcement. Prominent structures like Vidhana Soudha and Raj Bhavan alone have pending dues of Rs 14.9 crore since 2008-09. Authorities are now examining the issue, with calls for strict action against these major defaulters, mirroring measures taken against ordinary citizens.
Rakshit Shettys studio fined Rs 25L for song use in Bachelor Party
Out on 90-day parole, convict goes missing; caught after 20 days
Nursing council registrar held for sexual harassment in Bengaluru
Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Limited staff assaulted at midnight over roadside parking
From Jayadeva to dustvilla: A 6km of nightmare for Bengalurus Bannerghatta Road commuters
Monkey Mourns Elderly Woman Who Fed It For Years In Karnataka - NDTV
Monkey Mourns Elderly Woman Who Fed It For Years In Karnataka NDTV
Declared dead by data: Hosapete woman struggles to prove shes alive
Hailstorm damage: Lad orders crop survey, relief for farmers
Central incentive of Rs 68.5cr for HDMC after GIS survey success
Mantralaya hundi nets 2.5 crore in 21 days
Property tax collection of BCC rises to Rs 70.8cr, but target remains elusive
Forest relocation of 23k families slows amid high costs, low consent
Fertiliser supply adequate despite global crunch, Karnataka ready for kharif sowing
Win for Congress in bypolls may deepen factionalism
With the completion of the 9.6-km double line railway work between Almatti and Wandal, which has been opened for traffic since March 25, Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil has sought the introduction of a long-pending express train service between Bengaluru and Vijayapura
GST collection in Karnataka grows by 11.6%
In a year where the GST rate rationalisation threw up a huge challenge, Karnataka received 87,256 crore as part of the SGST, and the SGST portion of the IGST settlement during 2025-2026
Karnatakas Stamps and Registrations Department sees revenue up, but target not met
Amid problems in the registration of properties over e-khata, revenue collection from registrations increased by 13.31% even as the Department of Stamps and Registration failed to meet the target set for the financial year
Hubballi SWR logs historic gains in FY26
Rs 234.4-cr Kalaburagi budget flags womens empowerment
District steps up vigil to prevent child marriages ahead of Akshaya Tritiya
SWR achieves originating freight loading of 52.46 MT
11.94% increase in Excise revenue in Karnataka despite drop in beer sales
Karnataka reported 11.94% increase in Excise revenue collection despite a steep drop in the sale of beer, which has been attributed to a long spell of rain coupled with floods and a marginal dip in sale of Indian Made Liquor
Karnataka Minister D. Sudhakar on ECMO support
KKCCI seeks early resumption of flight services from Kalaburagi
It presses for both morning and night flight services to improve passenger convenience and enable better onward connections
Karnatakas electric car tax plan blow to middle class & green push: BJP
Ambedkar Arivu Utsav in Kalaburagi from April 10
Apex Bank is a public authority, rules Karnataka Information Commission
Young boy killed, four injured as bus runs them over in Haveri
Siddaramaiah campaigns for Samarth in Davangere
The Chief Minister holds roadshows at Naganur, Sharamgondnalli, Turchaghatta, Hadadi and other villages in the constituency
4200 flats in pipeline as Bangalore Development Authority prioritises vertical housing
Karunashraya launches Kannada edition of caregiver series
Designed to be accessible across varying literacy levels, the 17-module animation-based series offers guidance on caregiving practices, including back care, bedsore prevention, bladder care and wound dressing
Karnataka seeks public feedback on draft policy for students digital use
Public objections and suggestions can be given until April 15
7,748 personnel deployed for census work: Mysuru Deputy Commissioner
Shivamogga receives heavy rain, several areas flooded
Mysuru: Dalit Sangharsh Samiti protests against KSOU V-C over Ekatma Manava event
Nearly 75% of small industries face closure risk under labour codes: JCTU
National cycling training camp begins in Mysuru
Industries minister urges railway ministry to launch Bengaluru-Vijayapura express train
Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil has urged the Union Railway Minister to introduce a long-awaited express train service connecting Bengaluru and Vijayapura. This request follows the recent completion of a crucial double-line railway section. The new service aims to significantly reduce the current 15-hour travel time, benefiting thousands of residents who travel daily for various purposes.
The complaint alleges corruption in the procurement of ecofriendly cloth bags at exorbitant prices while she was serving as Deputy Commissioner, Mysuru, in 2021
All about The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026
TheTransgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026that has proposedsignificant changes to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
Autorickshaw drivers fear halt in services as LPG shortage hits Bengaluru
Drivers say the situation could severely impact transport services if it persists for another couple of days.
CITU stages protest against new labour codes in Kalaburagi
Members,wearing black ribbons tied across their foreheads, gather at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Chowk to set ablaze an effigy and a poster
Helping commercial units overcome LPG shortage using alternative energy sources
Belagavi-based innovator and entrepreneur turns disseminator of technology developed by premier institutions
Hoysala patrolling teams save woman from attempt to end life; intoxicated girl in separate incidents
Woman alleges bank account misused for cyber fraud
KIA gets ACIs Level 5 customer experience accreditation
BIAL says KIAs achievement follows a rigorous review and validation process, reflecting strong alignment with global standards and industry best practices
KSRTCs training programmes earn World HRD Congress Award
The award recognises KSRTCs extensive and structured training initiatives implemented across its five training centres
ABVP takes out protest march against govt. laxity in filling vacancy
Karnataka Banks CASA deposits rise 10% in 2025-26, advances up 6.9%
Total deposits of the bank increased to 1,08,840.95 crore in 2025-26 from 1,04,807.49 crore in 2024-25, a growth of 3.8 per cent
Video: Toddler Among 4 Injured As Bus Rams Passengers In Karnataka
In a shocking incident, a speeding transport bus ploughed into passengers waiting at a bus stand in Karnataka's Haveri on Wednesday morning, leaving a two-year-old child and three others injured.
Monkey Mourns Woman Who Fed It For Years In Karnataka, Emotional Video Viral
A monkey was filmed weeping and hugging the body of 85-year-old Parvatamma, who passed away on Monday (Mar 30) from age-related illness.
Karnataka taps the brakes on screen time with draft policy to curb student mobile addiction
The Karnataka government is taking proactive steps to combat the challenges of excessive digital engagement among students with its newly proposed draft policy. This forward-thinking approach places a strong emphasis on safeguarding mental health, enhancing cyber awareness, and cultivating responsible tech usage. The initiative seeks to educate parents and teachers on ways to curb mobile phone dependence in children.
Mysuru City Corporation introduces motor vehicle cess, increases property tax by 3%
The levy of Motor Vehicle Cess comes a year after the introduction of garbage collection cess and collection solid waste management fee from property owners with effect from April 2025
Karnataka Govt Unveils Draft Policy to Tackle Student Mobile Addiction
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao noted that the public is aware of the negative effects of mobile phones on health and education, citing links to anxiety, cyber-bullying, sleeplessness and social isolation
Mandya DC warns of action for black marketing, illegal sale of LPG cylinders
Consumers who have made advance bookings to be supplied cylinders on priority
President Murmu Pays Tribute to Shivakumar Swamiji, Celebrating His Legacy
Tumakuru, April 1: President Droupadi Murmu attended the 119th birth anniversary celebration of Dr. Shivakumar Swamiji at the Sri Siddaganga Mutt in Karnataka on Wednesday. During her address, she remarked that saints like Shivakumar Swamiji embody the very soul of our society and nation. Although he passed away in 2019, his spiritual legacy continues to ... Read more President Murmu Pays Tribute to Shivakumar Swamiji, Celebrating His Legacy
Karnataka Drafts Policy To Tackle Digital Addiction Among Schoolchildren
The policy proposes a structured, school-based approach focused on prevention, early identification, and management of digital overuse.
Karnataka launches awareness campaign for Census 2027 Self Enumeration
Bengaluru: Karnataka government on Wednesday, April 1, launched an awareness campaign for Census 2027 Self Enumeration, urging citizens to complete their details online and cooperate fully with enumerators during the upcoming house listing operations. The Self Enumeration process will be open from April 1 to April 15, 2026, enabling residents to submit their Census details Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The court found that V. Muniyappa, a former Managing Director of the Karnataka Council for Technological Upgradation, had accumulated disproportionate assets worth 4.13 crore a staggering 170% above his legitimate income during the check period from December 9, 1982, to July 15, 2014.
40 bags of toor dal worth 2.40 lakh stolen from godown in Kalaburagi district of Karnataka
In one of the cases, a gang broke open the lock of a godown and stole 40 bags of toor dal worth about 2.40 lakh
10 more tool & training centres to meet soaring demand
Bengaluru's skill development department will open ten new training centres. Each centre will cost an estimated Rs 60 crore. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand for technical education. Admissions for specialized diploma courses have seen a steady rise. New courses in chip testing and photonics assembly are planned. Industry collaborations will boost admissions.
Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 expected to be released soon: Check steps to download here
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board is expected to declare the 2nd PUC Result 2026 in early April on its official websites. The announcement will follow a press briefing, after which students can access their marks online. Post results, options for scrutiny and supplementary exams, scheduled from April 25, will be made available.
A techie couple died by suicide in Bengaluru within minutes of each other, reportedly due to job loss and mounting anxiety. The husband was found dead in a locked bedroom, and his wife jumped from the 18th floor shortly after. The couple had moved to Bengaluru to keep their interfaith marriage private.
Kalaburagi hosts first March Tree Festival to celebrate spring
The flowering process of trees was explained by a team led by K.S. Aishwarya
Kalaburagi City Corporation projects 5.92 crore deficit in 215 crore budget
Major revenue sources are 37.89 crore from corporation-owned properties, 6.73 crore from building licence fees, 2.29 crore from trade licences, 2.34 crore from solid waste management cess, and 12.84 crore from penalties on property tax arrears
Toddler follows domestic help outside the house, dies after being hit by school bus in Shivamogga
The victim is 18 months old
Congress runs on ideology, not individuals: DK Shivakumar
Despite Housing Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan's absence from the bypoll campaign, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar asserted the Congress party's strength lies in collective ideology, not individuals. He highlighted the party's inclusive outreach, while BJP patriarch BS Yediyurappa accused the Congress government of rampant corruption and misusing its majority.
Ktaka moots adoption plan to revive small temples, boost tourism
Ktaka to remove tax exemption, e-cars to get costlier
Bengaluru techie lost US job due to AI: How interfaith couples final moments unfolded in 20 minutes
A Bengaluru IT engineer was found dead in his apartment, prompting his wife to die by suicide shortly after by jumping from the 18th floor of the same complex. Preliminary findings suggest the husband was facing significant stressors, including health issues and anxiety over unemployment after losing his job in the US.
Jobless man kills self; Bengaluru techie jumps to death 20 minutes after finding husbands body
A 32-year-old IT engineer, who lost his US job to AI cuts, was found dead in his Bengaluru apartment. His wife, also an IT professional, died by suicide shortly after discovering his body. The couple, married for two-and-a-half years, had kept their interfaith marriage a secret from her family.
A well-organized gang from Jharkhand executed a mobile phone heist at the Chinnaswamy Stadium during the IPL inaugural, stealing over 25 handsets. Police swiftly apprehended four members, including the mastermind, and recovered 21 phones worth Rs 18 lakh. Investigations revealed most gang members were minors, and the syndicate is suspected of operating across states.
12,000 jobs in India hit? Oracle begins mass layoffs amid AI push
Oracle has begun notifying employees of significant job cuts across its India development centers, impacting roles in AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, and applications. These layoffs, reportedly affecting thousands, are attributed to the tech giant's aggressive expansion into AI data center infrastructure. Affected employees received early morning or late evening notifications, with their last working day being the day of notification.
BJP Leaders Criticize Karnatakas Decision to Provide Free IPL Tickets to Legislators
Mumbai, April 1: BJP leaders in Himachal Pradesh have sharply criticized the Karnataka governments decision to provide free IPL tickets to its legislators. They labeled this move as an example of VIP culture. The BJP officials expressed strong disapproval of the Karnataka governments plan to grant free tickets for IPL and international cricket matches to ... Read more BJP Leaders Criticize Karnatakas Decision to Provide Free IPL Tickets to Legislators
LPG crisis: Auto drivers wait in long queues at fuel stations in Bengaluru
Check-in to courtroom: Hotel guest told to pay over Rs 16 lakh for not paying dues
Summer surge: Heat stirs up stomach infections in Bengaluru
Electric vehicle tax move stokes concern, could hurt adoption rate in Karnataka
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Rejects BJPs Demand for White Paper
Bengaluru, April 1: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah firmly rejected the demand for a white paper on the states financial status, made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra. In a detailed press release, Siddaramaiah emphasized that the state budget presented last month provides a transparent and honest account of the ... Read more Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Rejects BJPs Demand for White Paper

